In the 17th and 18th centuries, cargo ships sailing to Virginia from England stopped first in Hampton, site of the colony's Royal Customs House. Here the vessels unloaded tea, spices, dressmaking material, tools, furnishings and other items. Colonists from the surrounding areas flocked to Hampton to purchase the latest imports and to hear news of their homeland from the ships' crews. Today, nearly 300 years later, Hampton is still a great place to shop, dine and gather with friends. The city's renovated downtown waterfront district, which encompasses the site of the original 17th century seaport, is dotted with restaurants, pubs, art galleries, attractions, shops, marinas and a waterfront park. Lending a colonial flavor to much of this restored district are cobblestone streets lined with red brick sidewalks and crepe myrtle trees.

Wheelchair Accessibility

This facility meets ADA Accessibility Guidelines for wheelchair accessibility, including an accessible entrance,
access to goods and services, usability of rest rooms and accessible parking and drop-off areas. For additional
details, please see the ADA website.

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Virginia Culinary Challenge

March kicks off the Virginia is for Lovers Culinary Challenge for 2015. Restaurants, locals and visitors nominated their favorite entrée. Vote now for your favorite!